Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. (1 Timothy 4:7-8)
I want you to continue to train yourself in godliness. No training is required for me to love you and save you, but training is essential if I am going to use you to build my kingdom. To be trained in godliness is to learn to take dictation and to see everything through the eyes of Jesus. To be trained in godliness is to learn how to empty yourself and to treat others as though their life is more important than your own. Above all, training in godliness is to develop a life of faith that is expressing itself in love. These things do not happen through the passage of time. Like physical training, they require practice and consistency if they are going to develop in your life. Hold to this training, child, for it holds great promise for this life and for the life to come.
— November 18, 2021